Crosshas revealed its Rotten Tomatoes score, offering a window into how the latest Prime Video action series compares toReacherandJack Ryan. Based on the popular James Patterson novels,the first eight episodes ofCrossare now on Prime Video. The story focuses on the titular Alex Cross (played byBlack Adamstar Aldis Hodge), a detective and forensic psychologist who is uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims. Alongside Hodge, thecast ofCrossincludes Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, and Ryan Eggold, among others.

OnRotten TomatoesCrossseason 1 has debuted with67% Tomatometer based on 15 reviews. That breaks down to a 6.50/10, with 5 reviews that lean negative and 10 that lean positive. Althoughthe score is likely to fluctuate as more reviews come in,the consensus reads: “Cross’ case for itself isn’t closed just yet, but the commanding Aldis Hodge makes for the most arresting embodiment of James Patterson’s literary creation yet.”

Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross visiting his wife’s grave with flowers in Cross

How Does Cross' Score Compare To Reacher & Jack Ryan?

Reacher Is The Clear Winner

Crossis earning solid reviewsfor Hodge’s performance, although the adaptation isdinged for its pacing issues and ultimately not standing out enoughgiven the abundance of action dramas. Compared toReacherandJack Ryan, both on Prime Video,Crosscomes in third. The mixed reaction toJack Ryanis second, whileReacheris a clear winner.

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Crossseason 2is confirmed, with new cast members and filming already complete. The adaptation may have room to figure out its kinks and shortcomings as it goes along. But even though it sounds like it suffers from common TV troubles, as far as pacing and a lack of focus, the show already has a built-in audience thanks to the readers who have embraced the Patterson novels.

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Cross follows the life of Alex Cross, a skilled yet troubled homicide detective balancing his role as a devoted father and relentless crime investigator. Haunted by his wife’s murder, he navigates personal turmoil while persistently pursuing justice in the face of dangerous adversaries.